A Day in the Life of a River Guide

Arizona River Runners guides think they have the best job in the world! So, what makes the job of a Grand Canyon river guide so much better than your gig or mine for that matter? You will probably need to spend a week in the Canyon with one of them to find out. After you do you’ll have no problem understanding why river guides love to go to
work everyday. Compare a day in their “office” to a day in yours.

Guides on a Grand Canyon raft trip start their day with coffee and a delicious breakfast in the majestic setting of one of the most amazing natural wonders of the world. No traffic, no ringing phones, no arguments with the kids, it’s easy to see how starting your day floating through the morning calm of this breathtaking river nourishes your soul. You get a sense of your part of the natural world, and how inspiring that world can be.

No fluorescent lights, or staring at computer screen for river guides, and forget those unending post-its from the boss on your cubicle walls. These guides enjoy the ever changing scenery, from the vantage point of the Colorado River that many people will never see. No emails, expense reports, social media worries, ringing phones or overflowing in boxes. There’s a rhythm on the river, but white water rafting trips are far from routine. Every bend in the river brings a fresh awareness, and the chance to experience something new – the adrenaline rush of the rapids, or floating lazily while taking in the scenery of afternoon clouds floating against the blue of the sky.

Lunchtime isn't a quick bite at a desk or a conference with food brought in. It's a group of people coming together to enjoy a meal on the beach of the Colorado River in the Grand Canyon, delighting in the morning's ride, getting to know people!

Sick and tired of being sick and tired? In a rut? Grand Canyon river trips are fantastic learning experiences. Arizona River Runners guides come from a wide variety of backgrounds, all with a passion for the river and Canyon with a wealth of knowledge and some pretty incredible stories that they share throughout the trip. They answer your questions; letting you take away all you can from your whitewater trip. From learning to read river conditions and practicing environmentally responsible camping techniques, to Grand Canyon history and folklore, these river guides keep you informed every step of the way.

They get to hike the hidden side canyons that are accessible only from the river, shoot the rapids, swim in the aqua blue of the Littel COlorado. They create delicious dutch oven cooked dinners. They sing, play games, are talented beyond imagination; entertaining you with song, stories and anecdotes.

On a white water rafting trip, you’ll experience teamwork and bond with the others on your trip in a way that just doesn't happen in an office environment. The river serves up challenges and rewards to enjoy with your new “co-workers”. No gossip, no competition, no overtime, just camaraderie. These are some of the most knowledgeable guides in the business, successfully navigating the challenges of the biggest white water in the North America. You just might develop a new definition for the word “success” after sharing some time in their workplace.

For your adventure white water rafting in the Grand Canyon, call Arizona River Runners 1-800-477-7238, our guides are waiting for you!